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    Beef Stroganoff Recipe

    Dated: October 17, 2019 Last Modified: April 1, 2022 by Sarah Mock 8 Comments. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post contains affiliate links.

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    This is my take on Julia Child's classic beef stroganoff recipe. There is no need for cream of mushroom soup in this easy beef stroganoff with my step by step instructions to make the quick and easy stroganoff sauce.

    Beef Stroganoff with twist noodles on a white plate

    Beef stroganoff is classic comfort food for my family just like beef Burgundy is a holiday favorite. Check out my collection of mashed potatoes recipes or Brussels sprouts recipes if you are looking for a delicious side dish. 

    Jump to:
    • 🤩 Why this recipe is amazing:
    • 🥩 Ingredients needed:
    • 🔪 How to make this recipe:
    • 📝 Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:
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    🤩 Why this recipe is amazing:

    • Perfect for a rainy fall day or a cold winter night this recipe is not only filling but so comforting.
    • Learn my techniques for searing mushrooms with out making them soggy and searing the beef to get maximun flavor.
    • Skip the can of cream of mushroom soup and follow these simple instructions to get the amazing sauce that Julia always raved about.

    🥩 Ingredients needed:

    • baby Bella mushrooms - fresh, sliced
    • butter -
    • shallots, minced
    • steak, sirloin
    • white wine -dry
    • beef stock
    • heavy cream
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • thyme
    • cornstarch blended with 1 tablespoon of the cream
    • salt and pepper

    🔪 How to make this recipe:

    1. Trim off excess fat from the steak and cut into bite sized pieces. perfectly seared mushrooms in a cast iron pan
    2. Saute mushrooms. 
    3. Stir in the shallots. seared steak for Beef Stroganoff
    4. Sear the beef, a few pieces at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side.
    5. Deglaze the pan.
    6. Bring to a rapid boil and reduced to about ⅓ cup.
    7. While the sauce is reducing, whisk together the cornstarch mixture with a splash or so of heavy cream or milk.
    8. After the sauce has reduced, add the heavy cream/corn starch mixture to the pan.
    9. Bring to a simmer for one minute. 
    10. Pour in the remaining heavy cream and whisk to combine. Bring to a simmer. finished Beef Stroganoff Recipe in cast iron
    11. Add the mushrooms, shallots and beef back in the pan. Add the thyme to the pan. 
    12. Bring the pan to a simmer, warming the meat and thickening the sauce, stirring occasionally.
    13. Season with salt and pepper. Beef Stroganoff on a plate with more in the background
    14. Serve over cooked noodles, if desired.

    📝 Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:

    What is beef stroganoff?

    With its origins in Russia in the 19th century, beef stroganoff has become loved around the world with its tender cuts of beef accompanied with a cream sauce. Variations of the dish include the addition of sautéed mushrooms, onions, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, mustard in many combinations. Traditionally served overcooked noodles, other variations include serving it with rice and with additional sour cream. 

    What is the best beef to use for beef stroganoff?

    For this recipe, you are going to want to use a tender cut of beef for beef stroganoff. I am using a sirloin but a boneless ribeye or filet can also be used. If you are going to make my crock-pot beef stroganoff you are going to want to use a cut of beef that is tougher and has more marbling. 

    How do you brown mushrooms without making them soggy?

    1. In a heavy bottom skillet or dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons butter to foaming and place mushrooms, cut side down in the pan.
    2. Do not flip or move the mushrooms for about five minutes, or until they start to sweat and brown on the underside. DO NOT POKE THE MUSHROOMS. 
    3.Flip the mushrooms and sear on the second side. Add additional butter, if needed.

    The best way to sear the beef

    Getting a good sear on the beef for beef stroganoff is key to a good flavor profile for your dish. Taking a few extra minutes to caramelize the surface of the meat versus string it to get it grey in color will produce such an amazing flavor, you will thank yourself.
    1. Trim off excess fat from the steak and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Remove excess moisture with paper towels.
    2. Add 2-4 tablespoons of butter to the skillet or dutch oven warm over moderately high heat.
    3. The butter will start to foam and you will know the butter is ready.
    4. Place the beef in a single layer in the bottom of the pan, being careful not to crowd the pan. Crowding the pan can lead to steaming and we want searing. 
    5. Do not move the beef until you see a caramel edge at the base of the beef and a grey color creeping up the side of the beef. This will take a full 2-3 minutes
    6. Flip once and cook for an additional minute. Do not over cook the beef because it will continue to cook when you add it back to the pan later in the recipe.

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    Beef Stroganoff Recipe

    Sarah Mock
    This is my take on Julia Child's classic beef stroganoff recipe. There is no need for cream of mushroom soup in this easy beef stroganoff with my step by step instructions to make the quick and easy stroganoff sauce.
    4.54 from 13 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
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    Course Beef Recipes
    Cuisine Russian
    Servings 6
    Calories 712 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 ounces fresh baby bella mushrooms (sliced)
    • 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
    • 3 tablespoons shallots (minced)
    • 2 ½ pounds steak (sirloin)
    • ½ cup dry white wine
    • 1 cup beef stock
    • 1 cup heavy cream
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire
    • 1 teaspoon thyme
    • 2 teaspoons cornstarch blended with 1 tablespoon of the cream
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Trim off excess fat from the steak and cut into bite sized pieces. Remove excess moisture with paper towels.
    • In a heavy bottom skillet or dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons butter to foaming and place mushrooms, cut side down in the pan. Do not flip or move the mushrooms for about five minutes, or until they start to sweat and brown on the underside.
      4 tablespoons butter, 8 ounces fresh baby bella mushrooms
    • Flip the mushrooms and sear on the second side. Add additional butter, if needed.
    • Stir in the shallots and cook for a minute longer.
      3 tablespoons shallots
    • Remove the cooked mushrooms and shallots to a clean bowl.
    • Add 2-4 more tablespoons butter to the skillet or dutch oven warm over moderately high heat.
    • Sear the beef, a few pieces at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side to brown the exterior but keep the interior is still medium in doneness.
      2 ½ pounds steak
    • Remove the beef to a clean bowl or plate.
    • Deglaze the pan with the wine, stock and Worcestershire sauce scraping up the bits of yummy stuck on beef, onion and mushroom bits.
      ½ cup dry white wine, 1 cup beef stock, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire
    • Bring to a rapid boil and reduced to about ⅓ cup. You will notice the bubbles of the sauce pop slower. The sauce is just about ready.
    • While the sauce is reducing, whisk together the cornstarch mixture with a splash or so of heavy cream or milk.
      2 teaspoons cornstarch blended with 1 tablespoon of the cream, 1 cup heavy cream
    • After the sauce has reduced, add the heavy cream/corn starch mixture to the pan, whisking to incorporate. It will be thick.
    • Bring to a simmer for one minute. This will cook out the corn starch taste and activate the thickening properties of the corn starch.
    • Pour in the remaining heavy cream and whisk to combine. Bring to a simmer.
    • Add the mushrooms, shallots and beef back in the pan. Add the thyme to the pan. Include any and all liquids that may have collected in the bowls.
      1 teaspoon thyme
    • Bring the pan to a simmer, warming the meat and thickening the sauce.
    • Spoon the sauce over the beef to coat, basting the beef in the delicious homemade sauce you just made.
    • Season with salt and pepper.
      salt and pepper
    • Serve over cooked noodles, if desired.

    Notes

    If you want to fold the cooked noodles into the sauce, be sure to add an additional cup of cream or milk. The noodles will absorb the liquids so additional is needed.
    What is the best beef to use for beef stroganoff?
    For this recipe, you are going to want to use a tender cut of beef for beef stroganoff. I am using a sirloin but a boneless ribeye or filet can also be used. If you are going to make my crock-pot beef stroganoff you are going to want to use a cut of beef that is tougher and has more marbling. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 712kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 54gFat: 50gSaturated Fat: 25gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 242mgSodium: 337mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

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    1. Sandy Bupp

      October 25, 2022 at 12:35 pm

      I made this recipe the other day. It was so good! We loved it!

    2. Christina

      November 05, 2019 at 3:29 pm

      This is pure comfort food! My family loved it!

    3. Fiorenza

      October 27, 2019 at 11:57 am

      I wonder why I've always thought that making beef stroganoff was something too complicated and long and I always gave up.
      However, carefully reading your instructions, the curiosity has grown and yes, I did! If my family could, they would have also eaten the pot.
      I made a nice discovery, thanks for this recipe!

    4. Olivia Douglass

      October 19, 2019 at 8:25 am

      This is one of my all time favorite dinners! Thanks for this recipe, I'm going to give it a shot.

    5. Sarah

      October 18, 2019 at 8:32 am

      Tayler, I hope your family loves it as much as mine does.

    6. Sarah

      October 18, 2019 at 8:31 am

      You are so sweet Pam! Yes, I am passionate about my caramelized mushrooms and beef! Color= Flavor!

    7. Tayler Ross

      October 17, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      Beef stroganoff is my family's favorite comfort food! I can't wait to give this recipe a try!

    8. Pam Greer

      October 17, 2019 at 2:04 pm

      The secret to how amazing this recipe is are your instructions for getting the perfect browning on both the mushrooms and the beef! This is the best stroganoff recipe!

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